
The Jordan Decision: 3 Ministry Lessons from Nike’s Greatest Risk
Discover 3 leadership lessons church leaders can learn from Nike’s bold decision to sign Michael Jordan. Learn how to spot potential, take strategic risks, and make bold moves that shape your ministry’s future.

God Gave You 24 Hours: Here’s How To Use Them Wisely
Discover how the 8+8+8 Rule can help pastors and church leaders reclaim their time, restore balance, and serve with clarity and energy. A practical guide to sustainable ministry.

Why “Good Job” Isn’t Good Enough: How to Praise with Purpose
Discover how to give meaningful praise that motivates without losing authority. Learn the three common praise pitfalls leaders make and how to build a culture of affirmation with strategy, sincerity, and impact.

How to Be Impeccable So You Can Be Impactful: A Biblical Guide for Church Leaders
Learn how being impeccable with your words builds trust, shapes culture, and fuels lasting impact in ministry. A must-read for pastors and church leaders who want to lead with clarity and integrity.

From Liquor to Life: Behind the Scenes of the “Prayer on the 9” Peace March and What It Means for Church Leaders Everywhere
Eric Hampton, an Associate Pastor from New Life Covenant Church Southeast shares powerful lessons from the 2025 “Prayer on the 9” Peace March; an event envisioned by Senior Pastor John F. Hannah that transformed tragedy into triumph, offering church leaders a blueprint for real community impact.

Attachments vs. Assignments: How Church Leaders Can Tell the Difference
Discover how to recognize the difference between attachments and assignments in leadership. Learn why discerning your God-given calling protects your energy, impact, and spiritual health.

The 10 People You’re Probably Ignoring
During Mental Health Awareness Month, pastors and church leaders should prioritize checking on these 10 often-overlooked groups. Learn how to provide meaningful support to those who appear strong, happy, or silent.

Bishop T. D. Jakes and Succession: How To Lead and Leave A Legacy
Learn how Bishop T.D. Jakes' powerful succession announcement reveals key leadership lessons for pastors and church leaders. Discover why every assignment has a due date, and how to finish well, plan ahead, and leave a lasting legacy.

The Hidden Threat Killing Church Growth: Micromanagement in Ministry
Discover how micromanagement in ministry stifles growth, burns out teams, and creates leadership bottlenecks. Learn how to build a healthy church culture by empowering staff and volunteers to lead with clarity and confidence.
Fewer Titles, More Towels
Is your church leadership team too focused on titles and not results? Discover how fewer titles and more teamwork can transform your church culture.

The “We’re a Family” Mentality is Killing Your Church
Discover why the “we’re a family” mentality is harming your church staff culture. Learn how to build a healthy church leadership team with clear values, accountability, and boundaries that support your mission—not dysfunction.

How Small Wins Lead to Big Success
Discover how small, consistent actions lead to big results in leadership, church growth, and personal development. This blog breaks down why small wins matter, how to build daily momentum and the simple habits that lead to long-term success. Whether you’re a pastor, leader, or high-performer, learn how to stay motivated, track progress, and create lasting impact—one small win at a time.
What the Church Can Learn from Apple’s Evolution
A practical blog for church leaders and pastors on how to update their digital ministry strategy by learning from Apple’s evolution. Includes tips for church growth, online engagement, guest connection systems, and personalized discipleship paths.

Pew Patterns: Why the Saints Are Sittin’, Switchin’, and Searchin’
Discover why churchgoers are staying, leaving, or looking for something new. In 'Pew Patterns,' Eric V. Hampton breaks down the trends shaping church attendance and what leaders can do about it.

Understanding Why Modern Christians Disengage
Why are modern Christians stepping back from church life? Explore the cultural shifts, spiritual struggles, and leadership gaps that lead to disengagement—and what pastors can do to re-engage them."

Understanding Today’s Church Selection Process
Learn what drives people to choose one church over another in today’s world. Eric V. Hampton unpacks modern churchgoer expectations and how churches can better connect with seekers and switchers.

Understanding Why Christians Jump From Church To Church
Church hopping isn’t just about preference—it’s often rooted in pain. Discover the emotional and spiritual struggles behind why people keep switching churches, and how leaders can respond with empathy and care.

People Aren’t Cars: Stop Trying to Fix Them
Ministry isn’t about fixing problems—it’s about forming disciples.

The Pastor as CEO: How To Balance Shepherding and Strategy
There are benefits to a pastor having CEO-like qualities—if they are stewarded correctly. A well-led church impacts more people, creates healthier disciples, mobilizes resources wisely, and leaves a lasting kingdom impact.
The issue is not whether pastors should think strategically.
The issue is how they do it—and what they prioritize in the process.

Decoding Nike: Culture, Commerce, and the Church
Nike could have chosen any moment. They chose the 2025 Super Bowl. Not just to advertise but to advocate. They understood what many church leaders forget: timing transforms a message into a movement.